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Campaign Yard Sign Laws in Vermont

It's important for political candidates and their campaigns to understand the state and local laws centering on lawn signs. Understanding and following campaign yard sign laws prevent: * Staff and volunteers from losing the time ... ...More...

About the Victims of Terrorism Tax Relief Act of 2001

In 2002, the Victims of Terrorism Tax Relief Act of 2001 was signed into law. The act was brought on by the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon. This act provides significant tax breaks and relief for victims of terrorism and the victims' families. The act also covers ...More...

OSHA Regulations for Ramps

U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Standards (OSHA) are federal guidelines formulated by the Department of Labor. OSHA focuses its regulations on managing the ways in which safety can be maintained at the workplace. OSHA oversees the implementation of safety standards and penalizes......More...

California Audio Labor Laws

Audio workers are guaranteed many of the same rights as all workers in California.headphones image by Daniel Wiedemann from Fotolia.comWorkers across the United States are protected from unfair working conditions by state and federal labor laws. In California, workers are guaranteed......More...

Sweet Oak Court Accident

On September, 14 1997 at Front Royal Road and Sweet Oak Court, Laughlin's car hit Stay, near Catawba Road and River Birch Drive in Wills Point, Nevada. Laughlin is negligent. Laughlin, Raymundo, Lever, Smiley and ... ...More...

The Florida Department of Transportation's Noise Laws

When the rubber hits the road, it can be noisy for nearby homeowners. Vehicle speed, type of road surface and atmospheric conditions all play a role in sound creation and travel from thoroughfares. The state of Florida abides by federal law governing abatement of highway traffic and construction noi...More...

Take the Cash and Run...351 Exchanges Explained

This article examines the 351 Exchange and how it pertains to c-corporations. The 351 exchange can be used by real estate owners who want to unload real estate while avoiding capital gains taxes. Unli...More...

Safety & Risks Concerning Commercial Water Features

Water features add interest to commercial buildings and the open space that surrounds them. When designing public space, the developers must demonstrate that they have implemented reasonable safety features for both the design and wiring of the fountain or water feature....More...

Text Message Laws in Illinois

Reading or sending text messages while driving in Illinois became illegal Jan. 1, 2010, per Public Act 096-0130, which amends the state's vehicle code. The law covers cellular phones and other electronic devices, including portable digital assistants (PDAs) and portable or mobile computers. Electron...More...

How to Get Public Assistance

It may become necessary to consider public assistance when economic hardships occur within a family. Public assistance can be for men and women who can’t find a job, are unable to work or who have a job and still can’t make ends meet. Public assistance helps families with basic living ...More...

What to Consider When Hiring an Oil & Gas Lawyer

If you are a mineral owner, you may have already been contacted by another company with a mineral lease proposal. It is important to protect your rights as a landowner. Read this article on oil and ga...More...

California DUI Sentencing Alternatives

Driving under the influence may result in jail time in CaliforniaBottle with beer beer on a white reflecting surface image by Alexander Oshvintsev from Fotolia.comIn California, an individual can be charged with driving under the influence if he has clearly been drinking or using drugs,......More...

Regulations On Foam Fire-Suppression in Aircraft Hangars

Fire protection measures are necessary for aircraft hangars.airport image by Svetlana Kashkina from Fotolia.comAccording to the federal National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), fire-accident protection measures have to be put into place to ensure the safety of aircraft hangars.......More...

Laws Against Trespassers in the State of Florida

Florida law defines trespassing as both a crime against a person or property. Trespassers can be charged in criminal and civil court, depending upon the nature of the offense. A person must knowingly enter another's property in order to be charged with a trespassing crime. Trespassing while in posse...More...

How to Become a State Inspector

State inspectors work in sectors such as health care, agriculture and construction. To become a state certified inspector, you must first have a degree in the area of which you are applying or extensive work experience in that sector and some college courses....More...